Black Experience Book Club
Community-centered literary discussion exploring books that center the voices, histories, and futures of the African Diaspora. Hosted by YMI’s Director of Community Engagement for reflective conversation and shared learning.
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Community-centered literary discussion exploring books that amplify the voices, histories, and futures of the African Diaspora. Guided by YMI’s Director of Community Engagement, alexandria ravenel, in a cultural center setting.
Community-centered literary discussion exploring books that amplify the voices, histories, and futures of the African Diaspora. Guided by YMI’s Director of Community Engagement, alexandria ravenel, in a cultural center setting.
Community-centered literary discussion exploring books that amplify the voices, histories, and futures of the African Diaspora. Guided by YMI’s Director of Community Engagement, alexandria ravenel, in a cultural center setting.
A vibrant jazz and soul concert series celebrating Asheville’s cultural legacy with groove-forward live sets inside the historic YMI Cultural Center. Expect rhythm-rich performances and a community-centered night in the heart of downtown.
A vibrant jazz and soul concert series celebrating Asheville’s cultural legacy with groove-forward live sets inside the historic YMI Cultural Center. Expect rhythm-rich performances and a community-centered night in the heart of downtown.
A vibrant jazz and soul concert series celebrating Asheville’s cultural legacy with groove-forward live sets inside the historic YMI Cultural Center. Expect rhythm-rich performances and a community-centered night in the heart of downtown.
Lively reader-led discussions unpack books on international politics, economics, culture, and climate change, with space to compare perspectives and connect current events to deeper historical context. Hosted in a public library setting for engaged citizens.
Lively reader-led discussions unpack books on international politics, economics, culture, and climate change, with space to compare perspectives and connect current events to deeper historical context. Hosted in a public library setting for engaged citizens.
Lively reader-led discussions unpack books on international politics, economics, culture, and climate change, with space to compare perspectives and connect current events to deeper historical context. Hosted in a public library setting for engaged citizens.
Deep dive discussions of books on international politics, climate change, and global culture at Transylvania County Library, mixing close textual analysis with policy focused debate and community driven perspectives for engaged readers and adult learners.
Deep dive discussions of books on international politics, climate change, and global culture at Transylvania County Library, mixing close textual analysis with policy focused debate and community driven perspectives for engaged readers and adult learners.
Deep dive discussions of books on international politics, climate change, and global culture at Transylvania County Library, mixing close textual analysis with policy focused debate and community driven perspectives for engaged readers and adult learners.
Midmorning monthly book discussion at Pack Memorial Library, meeting the second Wednesday at 10:30AM. A welcoming group that reads across genres and invites newcomers to jump into the conversation.
Midmorning monthly book discussion at Pack Memorial Library, meeting the second Wednesday at 10:30AM. A welcoming group that reads across genres and invites newcomers to jump into the conversation.
Midmorning monthly book discussion at Pack Memorial Library, meeting the second Wednesday at 10:30AM. A welcoming group that reads across genres and invites newcomers to jump into the conversation.
A discussion-led book talk with Andrew Dietz centered on the themes of Ever U, with time for reader questions and group reflection. Hosted at Pack Memorial Library as a community learning and conversation event.
A discussion-led book talk with Andrew Dietz centered on the themes of Ever U, with time for reader questions and group reflection. Hosted at Pack Memorial Library as a community learning and conversation event.
A discussion-led book talk with Andrew Dietz centered on the themes of Ever U, with time for reader questions and group reflection. Hosted at Pack Memorial Library as a community learning and conversation event.
An author talk and conversation on The Inner Passage, exploring Black resistance along a Southern waterway through documentary photography and research. Expect history, place based storytelling, and community discussion on race, land, and waterways.
An author talk and conversation on The Inner Passage, exploring Black resistance along a Southern waterway through documentary photography and research. Expect history, place based storytelling, and community discussion on race, land, and waterways.
An author talk and conversation on The Inner Passage, exploring Black resistance along a Southern waterway through documentary photography and research. Expect history, place based storytelling, and community discussion on race, land, and waterways.
A weekly virtual restorative circle centered on self preservation and collective care, guided by Black facilitators. Built as an affinity space for Black or African American participants to decompress, reflect, and strengthen community practice.
A weekly virtual restorative circle centered on self preservation and collective care, guided by Black facilitators. Built as an affinity space for Black or African American participants to decompress, reflect, and strengthen community practice.
A weekly virtual restorative circle centered on self preservation and collective care, guided by Black facilitators. Built as an affinity space for Black or African American participants to decompress, reflect, and strengthen community practice.
Discussion-forward author talk with Andrew Dietz on his YA adult crossover novel "Ever U," centered on creative identity and the pressures young artists face. Rooted in Western North Carolina with nods to Black Mountain College and the Judaculla Rock petroglyphs.
Discussion-forward author talk with Andrew Dietz on his YA adult crossover novel "Ever U," centered on creative identity and the pressures young artists face. Rooted in Western North Carolina with nods to Black Mountain College and the Judaculla Rock petroglyphs.
Discussion-forward author talk with Andrew Dietz on his YA adult crossover novel "Ever U," centered on creative identity and the pressures young artists face. Rooted in Western North Carolina with nods to Black Mountain College and the Judaculla Rock petroglyphs.
A one hour behind the scenes walk through the library with staff, highlighting hidden services, collections, and how to use local resources more effectively. Ideal for newcomers and longtime patrons who want insider tips and discovery.
A one hour behind the scenes walk through the library with staff, highlighting hidden services, collections, and how to use local resources more effectively. Ideal for newcomers and longtime patrons who want insider tips and discovery.
A one hour behind the scenes walk through the library with staff, highlighting hidden services, collections, and how to use local resources more effectively. Ideal for newcomers and longtime patrons who want insider tips and discovery.
A live author talk and audience Q and A with John Boyle, known as “The Answer Man,” centered on curious local questions and Asheville stories. Expect a conversational library setting with community dialogue and practical insights.
A live author talk and audience Q and A with John Boyle, known as “The Answer Man,” centered on curious local questions and Asheville stories. Expect a conversational library setting with community dialogue and practical insights.
A live author talk and audience Q and A with John Boyle, known as “The Answer Man,” centered on curious local questions and Asheville stories. Expect a conversational library setting with community dialogue and practical insights.
Interactive two-day racial equity training concentrating on foundational anti-racism frameworks, historical context, and participant skill-building through facilitated discussions and practice exercises at Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church.
Interactive two-day racial equity training concentrating on foundational anti-racism frameworks, historical context, and participant skill-building through facilitated discussions and practice exercises at Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church.
Interactive two-day racial equity training concentrating on foundational anti-racism frameworks, historical context, and participant skill-building through facilitated discussions and practice exercises at Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church.
A historian led walking excursion traces Asheville’s past through downtown streetscapes, weaving local anecdotes with context on landmarks and neighborhood change. Designed for curious locals and visitors who want a deeper historical lens.
A historian led walking excursion traces Asheville’s past through downtown streetscapes, weaving local anecdotes with context on landmarks and neighborhood change. Designed for curious locals and visitors who want a deeper historical lens.
A historian led walking excursion traces Asheville’s past through downtown streetscapes, weaving local anecdotes with context on landmarks and neighborhood change. Designed for curious locals and visitors who want a deeper historical lens.
A vibrant open air Ujamaa marketplace spotlighting Black owned businesses and African diaspora artisans, with handmade goods, local food vendors, and community focused stalls at South Pack Square for a family friendly gathering.
A vibrant open air Ujamaa marketplace spotlighting Black owned businesses and African diaspora artisans, with handmade goods, local food vendors, and community focused stalls at South Pack Square for a family friendly gathering.
A vibrant open air Ujamaa marketplace spotlighting Black owned businesses and African diaspora artisans, with handmade goods, local food vendors, and community focused stalls at South Pack Square for a family friendly gathering.
Bilingual story time with picture books, short stories, singalong songs, and rhymes shared in both English and Spanish. Designed for children of all ages with caregivers in a welcoming public library setting.
Bilingual story time with picture books, short stories, singalong songs, and rhymes shared in both English and Spanish. Designed for children of all ages with caregivers in a welcoming public library setting.
Bilingual story time with picture books, short stories, singalong songs, and rhymes shared in both English and Spanish. Designed for children of all ages with caregivers in a welcoming public library setting.
A sports romance themed book discussion hosted at a baseball stadium setting, blending athletic fandom with steamy contemporary romance reads. Expect casual conversation, reader recommendations, and community connection in a unique ballpark venue.
A sports romance themed book discussion hosted at a baseball stadium setting, blending athletic fandom with steamy contemporary romance reads. Expect casual conversation, reader recommendations, and community connection in a unique ballpark venue.
A sports romance themed book discussion hosted at a baseball stadium setting, blending athletic fandom with steamy contemporary romance reads. Expect casual conversation, reader recommendations, and community connection in a unique ballpark venue.
Lively language-enrichment story time for babies ages 4–18 months with songs, books, and early-literacy play. Caregivers stay and participate alongside their child in a welcoming neighborhood library setting.
Lively language-enrichment story time for babies ages 4–18 months with songs, books, and early-literacy play. Caregivers stay and participate alongside their child in a welcoming neighborhood library setting.
Lively language-enrichment story time for babies ages 4–18 months with songs, books, and early-literacy play. Caregivers stay and participate alongside their child in a welcoming neighborhood library setting.
Hands-on rhythm lesson centered on djembes and basic hand-drum techniques in a guided, beginner-friendly session. A small group builds foundational timing and grooves, then plays a couple songs together; bring your own percussion or reserve a library drum.
Hands-on rhythm lesson centered on djembes and basic hand-drum techniques in a guided, beginner-friendly session. A small group builds foundational timing and grooves, then plays a couple songs together; bring your own percussion or reserve a library drum.
Hands-on rhythm lesson centered on djembes and basic hand-drum techniques in a guided, beginner-friendly session. A small group builds foundational timing and grooves, then plays a couple songs together; bring your own percussion or reserve a library drum.
Cozy evening of literary reading and community discussion in Blind Tiger's casual bar setting, where readers and writers share excerpts, recommendations, and conversation over low lights and drinks.
Cozy evening of literary reading and community discussion in Blind Tiger's casual bar setting, where readers and writers share excerpts, recommendations, and conversation over low lights and drinks.
Cozy evening of literary reading and community discussion in Blind Tiger's casual bar setting, where readers and writers share excerpts, recommendations, and conversation over low lights and drinks.
A pop-up mobile market in the library parking lot hands out free fresh produce plus healthy recipe ideas with no paperwork or income requirements. Browse a community engagement table with cooking demonstrations and connect to local services while you’re there.
A pop-up mobile market in the library parking lot hands out free fresh produce plus healthy recipe ideas with no paperwork or income requirements. Browse a community engagement table with cooking demonstrations and connect to local services while you’re there.
A pop-up mobile market in the library parking lot hands out free fresh produce plus healthy recipe ideas with no paperwork or income requirements. Browse a community engagement table with cooking demonstrations and connect to local services while you’re there.